Construction/Maintenance, Safety, & Health Manager

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 134,000 - 238,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Relocation assistance

4-day workweek option

Pension & 401(k) matching

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

On-site fitness facilities

Life insurance

Job summary

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors is seeking a Construction/Maintenance, Safety, & Health Manager for our Carlsbad, NM site. You will drive safety programs, conduct inspections, train staff, and coordinate with agencies to ensure regulatory compliance and incident prevention.

The role requires extensive construction safety management experience, strong leadership and data-driven decision making, and the ability to obtain a DOE badge for site access. Relocation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 15 years of professional experience, or equivalent
• Senior-level construction safety management experience required
• Must be able to obtain a DOE badge for access

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, health, and well-being on construction sites and during maintenance
• Develop and implement safety policies and procedures
• Conduct regular safety inspections and identify corrective actions
• Provide safety training and PPE instruction to staff
• Investigate accidents, identify root causes, and implement fixes
• Maintain site-specific safety plans with project managers
• Review incident data to identify trends and improvements
• Coordinate with external agencies during inspections and audits
• Oversee safety equipment maintenance and availability

Skills

Safety leadership

Regulatory compliance

Incident analysis

Subcontractor oversight

Training delivery

Data-driven safety programs

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's degree + 15 yrs

Associate's degree + 19 yrs

High School diploma + 23 yrs

Job description

Construction/Maintenance, Safety, & Health Manager (444)

Requisition ID 444 - Posted - ES-IH IH&S Const-Maint - Carlsbad, NM, US - WIPP Site - Health, Safety and Environment

Overview

Be part of the nation’s only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste.

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, LLC (SIMCO), managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Construction/Maintenance, Safety, & Health Manager and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Responsibilities

The Construction/Maintenance, Safety, & Health Manager is responsible for ensuring the safety, health, and well-being of all employees, subcontractors, and visitors on construction sites and during maintenance activities. They will develop and implement policies and procedures, conduct regular safety and health inspections to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

• Conduct regular safety & health inspections to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions

• Provide training to employees on proper safety procedures and the use of personal protective equipment

• Investigate accidents and incidents, identify root causes, and assist management in implementing preventive measures

• Collaborate with project managers to develop and maintain site-specific safety plans

• Knowledge of safety & health regulations and codes

• Strong communication and leadership skills

• Ability to analyze data and implement effective safety programs

• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks

• Review and analyze incident reports and safety data to identify trends and areas for improvement

• Monitor and evaluate subcontractors' safety performance and enforce compliance with safety requirements

• Oversee the maintenance and inspection of safety equipment and ensure its availability and effectiveness

• Stay up to date with new safety regulations and industry's best practices

• Coordinate with external agencies during safety inspections and audits

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree plus fifteen (15) years of professional experience, or

• Associate’s degree with nineteen (19) years of professional experience, or

• High School Diploma or equivalency with twenty-three (23) years of professional experience is required.

• Proven experience in construction safety management

• Must be 18 years of age.

• Must be authorized to work and remain in the United States without SIMCO visa sponsorship now or in the future.

• Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the WIPP Site (even if teleworking, must still be able to comply with security requirements to obtain a badge).

• Non-U.S. citizens from countries identified by the Department of Energy as posing heightened security concerns—including sensitive countries, state sponsors of terrorism, countries of risk, and other designated countries –are subject to additional security requirements that limit site access.

Preferred Requirements

• WIPP, Bechtel or DOE related experience

What We Offer

• Medical, dental and vision insurance:

• Coverage on date of hire

• Surgical concierge service

• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more

• Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)*

• Relocation assistance*

• Shuttle commuter service from the local areas

• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays

• Tuition reimbursement program

• On-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductions

• Company paid short term disability

• Company paid life insurance (1x annual salary)

• Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with .50 matching up to 6%

• Voluntary benefits of:

• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• Long-term disability program
• Health and Flexible savings accounts
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance

*These benefits vary by position.

Exempt grade level(s) 36-38. Salary range: $134,030 to $237,594 per year -- the specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate’s relevant experience and education.

Equal Opportunity

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact [phone] or email [e-mail] for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.

Reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.

Posting Duration: This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.